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Closing date for applications: 24th May 2024Contract: Full-time, temporary maternity cover positionSalary range:  £39,000 - £48,000Location: The role is based at our London office 50 Bedford Square, London, WC1B 3DP on a hybrid-working pattern of 2 days office-based / 3 days home-based (or fully office-based if preferred). Allocated office days for this role are: Monday and Tuesday Bloomsbury Publishing is looking for a senior key account manager to join our Bloomsbury UK Children’s Sales Team on a fixed-term parental leave contract.Reporting to the Head of Children’s Sales, this role presents an exciting opportunity for an experienced sales professional to join the fast-moving and high-performing Sales Team of a top 5 UK publisher.  Bloomsbury Children’s are an award winning and market leading publisher of top authors and brands such as Harry Potter, Katherine Rundell, The Bunny Adventures, Katya Balen, Neil Gaiman, Kalynn Bayron and Tom Percival.   Responsibilities<ul><li>Manage the Bloomsbury relationship with a selection of key UK accounts, including Waterstones and Gardners aiming to maximise sales revenue and profit whilst working towards group sales strategy and targets.</li><li>Sell the Children’s Trade and Education lists to key accounts, via regular customer presentations, NLFs and negotiating deals to secure best possible promotional space and marketing activity for Bloomsbury titles.</li><li>Liaise with the Publicity &amp; Marketing team to ensure market-leading execution of shared strategic title plans in order to hit ambitious targets and maximise sales from all M&amp;P activity by keeping retailers informed. </li><li>Work closely with the adult sales team on ongoing retailer specific strategies, especially the Digital Sales team to ensure we consider online impact in all decisions. </li><li>Responsibility for stock management for the Children’s Sales team. Including working closely with the Children’s Inventory Controller and the sales team to manage reprints, lead the weekly reprint meeting for sales, and attend the weekly cross-divisional reprints meeting taking responsibility for follow-up. </li><li>Manage embargoes and controlled releases for all children’s books with the Inventory Controller. </li><li>Responsibility for providing sales analysis, print-fix and acquisition numbers for titles and contributing to ad-hoc title task forces. </li><li>Responsibility for feeding in market and customer feedback into the acquisitions process</li><li>Attend Marketing meetings, and present sales updates (E.g. At the Fast Movers meeting).</li><li>Present to the ASM team at Sales Briefings, contribute to, and produce weekly sales reports (Weekly Sales Updates, Bitesize etc.).</li><li>Potential for line-management responsibility within the Children’s Consumer Sales team. To include, overseeing their workload, time-management and ensuring effective execution of their responsibilities, including sign off for expenditure. </li><li>Deputising for the Head of Sales on an ad hoc basis.</li></ul> Knowledge, skills and experience <ul><li>Well-developed presentation skills</li><li>Demonstrate excellent client relationship building and development skills</li><li>Strong oral and written communication skills and the ability to communicate with stakeholders of different levels</li><li>Strong negotiation skills with a clear understanding of the commercials</li><li>Proven experience of sales, ideally in the children’s market</li><li>Wide knowledge of the UK book market, including Education</li><li>Preparing and writing internal reports</li><li>Excellent organisational and time management skills </li><li>Strong focus on attention to detail</li><li>Advanced skills in Word, Excel and PowerPoint</li><li>Highly numerate and keen reader</li></ul> To applyPlease apply with a CV and covering letter addressed to Human Resources (Word or PDF format only) via the 'apply' button detailing how you meet the requirements outlined above for this role. For best results, please use a desktop to apply as some mobile browsers may not fully support the application portal.Bloomsbury reserve the right to close the role early if we exceed the required number of applications Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK – Bloomsbury Publishing do not sponsor visa applications.Bloomsbury reserve the right to close the role early if we exceed the required number of applications.Bloomsbury is a place where anyone of any background, race, ethnicity, religion, sexuality, gender identity, age, ability, or socio-economic status can thrive, feel comfortable, and be heard and accepted. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community.We are willing to make any reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process, please flag to the recruitment team if required.Please state in your application that you found this role through Creative Access.

Head Office - London

Bloomsbury Publishing Plc

Bloomsbury Publishing UK: Bedford Square Office

Senior key account manager (12 month FTC)

Closing date: 22nd May 2024Salary: £27,352 per annum (pro rata £16,411.2 per annum) Ready to dive into the world of arts and culture while honing your customer service skills?We are currently looking for Retail Assistants to join our Retail team on a part-time, 24 hours per week, permanent contract.The Southbank Centre is Europe’s largest arts centre and one of the UK’s top five visitor attractions, occupying an 11-acre site that sits in the midst of London’s most vibrant cultural quarter on the South Bank of the Thames.The successful candidates will provide outstanding and consistent customer service to all visitors to the retail outlets and Southbank Centre. Maximising sales opportunities to help drive profit and thereby contribute to the overall success of Southbank Centre.Please note that this role has regular rostered weekend work required, rostered and variable weekdays and the working day includes variable shift hours.  Responsibilities<ul><li>Engage proactively with customers, fostering a welcoming environment by addressing their inquiries, offering thorough product knowledge, and providing tailored advice and recommendations whenever possible.</li><li>Implement in-house visual merchandising strategies to create appealing displays that highlight key products and drive sales.</li><li>Maintain the shop's cleanliness, tidiness, and optimal stock levels to enhance the overall customer experience.</li><li>Efficiently process sales transactions using the EPOS system, with meticulous attention to detail in handling credit and debit card transactions.</li></ul> Knowledge, skills and experience<ul><li>Previous experience in providing a high level of customer service in direct interactions, ideally within a sales setting.</li><li>Recognition of the significance of providing outstanding customer service.</li><li>Ability to identify and leverage sales opportunities to enhance revenue generation.</li><li>Clear and effective communication skills tailored to diverse audiences.</li><li>Proficiency in operating tills and transactions accurately.</li><li>Capability to address inquiries from and assist members of the public courteously.</li><li>Strong team player with the capacity to work collaboratively and independently.</li><li>Aptitude for exercising initiative and problem-solving skills, particularly in challenging scenarios.</li><li>Understanding of and dedication to promoting diversity and inclusion within the Southbank Centre and specifically within this role.</li><li>Willingness to undertake additional responsibilities as reasonably assigned by the Retail Shops Manager or the Head of Commercial.</li></ul>If you feel you have just some of the required skills and experience but meet the person specification, we would still encourage you to apply; we are very open to continuing the training and development of individuals who are self motivated to acquire new skills and knowledge relevant to the role. Benefits &amp; perksAs well as working at one of London's most popular and exciting  sites the successful candidate will also benefit from the following:<ul><li>A min 5% pension contribution (going up to 8% depending on employee contribution), from day 1 of employment.</li><li>28 days annual leave, plus bank holidays</li><li>Enhanced sick pay</li><li>Enhanced family leave benefits</li><li>Up to 30% discounts at onsite retail, food and beverage vendors</li><li>Staff ticket offers for SC events</li><li>Free entry to Hayward Gallery</li><li>Free/discounted entry with other reciprocal organisations</li><li>Free staff yoga </li><li>Season ticket loan</li></ul> To learn more about this position please click the 'Apply' button.We welcome applications from people from a Black, Asian or Ethnically Diverse background or those who are D/deaf or disabled. If you wish to discuss reasonable adjustments such as a BSL interpreter for your interview for this role please indicate this on your application form. Interviews will take place at Southbank Centre. If you would like to speak to someone about any adjustments or concerns you can also email <a href="mailto:hrteam@southbankcentre.co.uk" target="_blank">hrteam@southbankcentre.co.uk</a> and we will be in touch with you to make the necessary arrangements. By attracting people to work for us from a broad range of backgrounds with diverse attitudes, opinions and beliefs we can continue to look at the world with fresh eyes and find new ways of doing things. SC is a warm and welcoming place to work, with great aspirations and ambitions to create great and accessible work for all.  We pride ourselves in building a supportive environment to enable the development of our staff. Please state in your application that you found this role through Creative Access.

The Southbank Centre

Retail assistant

Closing date: 15th May 2024Salary: £27,000Contract: The role is a full-time permanent position  Do you have a wide and varied reading list? Interested in making a start in your publishing career? If your answer is yes, keep on reading...We are looking for an Editorial Assistant to join the Special Interest Team at Bloomsbury. In this division, we create original and high-quality content to support hobbies, enthusiasms and interests in a number of subject areas including sports, health and wellness, sailing, camping and walking, military history, wildlife and creative writing. We also publish serious and rigorous non-fiction, aimed at a wider educated readership in the fields of politics, philosophy, history, religion and popular science.We are looking for someone with exceptional organisation skills, who has a good eye for detail and who is used to juggling a variety of tasks. A passion for books is a must and previous experience of working in an office environment would be an advantage. This role will specifically support Sport and Green Tree (3 days p/w) and Nautical and Conway (2 days p/w). ResponsibilitiesTo assist the editorial team with editorial and administrative tasks:<ul><li>Managing reprints for each list, liaising with production, checking proofs</li><li>Managing catalogue copy to make sure everything is present/correct </li><li>Checking ebook files</li><li>Checking Biblio and updating copy</li><li>Sending out proofs and advance copies to authors, contributors and others</li><li>Checking proof corrections </li><li>Responsible for checking media cuttings, and uploading quotes to Biblio</li><li>Submitting titles for book prizes</li><li>Checking title and metadata reports, and updating Biblio with missing information</li><li>Checking Amazon to ensure all information is up to date, including Look Inside/key words</li><li>Compiling and updating a freelancer database</li><li>Filling in HMRC forms/Statements of Work</li><li>Managing UK Hydrographic Office licensing process</li><li>Managing nautical departmental email address</li><li>Helping out at industry events</li></ul> Knowledge, skills and experience <ul><li>Exceptional organisational, time management and prioritisation skills</li><li>Ability to meet deadlines and handle competing priorities</li><li>Stays calm under pressure</li><li>Flexibility; ability to adapt to changing priorities</li><li>Proactive</li><li>Strong problem-solving skills</li><li>Ability to work independently</li><li>Confident, enthusiastic, hard-working, committed</li><li>Team player</li><li>Excellent written and verbal communication skills and a good visual ‘eye’</li><li>Good attention to detail</li><li>Proofreading skills are an advantage</li><li>Good working knowledge of Word and Excel </li><li>Ability to learn and adapt to publishing systems and processes quickly</li><li>Knowledge of Biblio is an advantage</li></ul> Additional informationThe role is based at our London office 50 Bedford Square, London, WC1B 3DP on a hybrid working pattern of 2 days office based / 3 days home based (or fully office based if preferred).  Allocated office days for this role are Mondays and Tuesdays.As an Assistant role, this position is eligible for Bloomsbury’s Rental Deposit Loan Scheme. To assist candidates who want to start and to establish a career in publishing, Bloomsbury offers an interest-free rental deposit to support securing somewhere to live. The rental deposit loan can be up to £3,000 and will be paid back over 2 years.Please apply with a CV and covering letter addressed to Human Resources (Word or PDF format only) via clicking the 'Apply' detailing how you meet the requirements outlined above for this role by 15th May 2024. Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK.Bloomsbury reserve the right to close the role early if we exceed the required number of applications.Bloomsbury is a place where anyone of any background, race, ethnicity, religion, sexuality, gender identity, age, ability, or socio-economic status can thrive, feel comfortable, and be heard and accepted. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community.We are willing to make any reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process, please flag to the recruitment team if required.Please state in your application that you found this role through Creative Access.The Book Trade Charity provide financial assistance for people looking to get into the publishing industry; you can find more information and talk directly here: <a href="http://booktradeentrysupport.org/" target="_blank">http://booktradeentrysupport.org</a>

Editorial assistant – Sport, Green Tree & Nautical

Closing date for applications: 22nd May 2024Term:  Full-time (35 hours/week) permanent positionSalary: £56,500 - £65,000 Bloomsbury Digital Resources is looking for a Digital Portfolio Director to lead the vision, direction and strategy for our portfolio of award-winning digital products in humanities and social sciences. This is an exciting opportunity for someone with a passion for and a proven track record in creating and managing digital products for the higher education market to manage a portfolio of products including our platforms in history, theology and religion, philosophy, education and sports science. You will be an experienced content acquisitions person and a positive, proactive self-starter with strong creative vision and an ability to work with stakeholders both within and outside the business. The role is part of the Digital Editorial team, reports into the Academic Publishing Director and is responsible for managing a team of three (one direct report).Bloomsbury Digital Resources is committed to serving a global community of students, scholars, instructors, and librarians by providing creative online research and learning environments that deliver excellence and originality. Whether it be critical texts, learning materials, or the latest in video and audio resources, we are committed to enhancing the research experience with innovative, engaging, and dynamic digital resources of the highest quality.Bloomsbury offers a collegial working environment, with a dedicated and enthusiastic team committed to excellence and innovation. The role is based at our London office 50 Bedford Square, London, WC1B 3DP on a hybrid-working pattern of 2 days office based / 3 days home based (or fully office based if preferred).  Allocated office days for this role are: Wednesday and Thursday  Responsibilities<ul><li>Leading the products and teams that comprise the portfolio</li><li>Reviewing portfolio performance and actioning initiatives to increase performance, where needed, to hit agreed profitability and revenue targets</li><li>Business justifications for third party partnerships resulting in large scale digital resources and presentation to internal stakeholders</li><li>Contracting / developing products to a pre-agreed acquisitions revenue target per annum to ensure delivery to plan</li><li>Working with team members to brainstorm ideas for products within the portfolio </li><li>When required, serving as digital editorial lead on products produced from internal Bloomsbury IP</li><li>Managing market research, overseeing, writing and presenting business plans for product concepts</li><li>Once signed off, working with BDR product staff to schedule key deliverables in light of overall launch requirements</li><li>Researching and strategically targeting content providers for partnership opportunities, maintaining an ongoing list of leads</li><li>Pitching to IP holders, underscoring the value of a Bloomsbury partnership </li><li>Where appropriate, responding to tenders for hosting IP </li><li>Contract negotiation and relationship building with external partners</li><li>Participating in all phases of the product life cycle, with decision-making authority on issues regarding the portfolio</li><li>Keeping on top of and reporting back on competitor activity to ensure we remain innovative</li><li>Line managing staff, as required</li><li>Representing Bloomsbury at conferences and key library events, as required  </li></ul>Knowledge, skills and experience <ul><li>The ability to conceive of large-scale projects that excite and engage end users and create profile for Bloomsbury as we scale our business</li><li>Solid, demonstrable commercial nous, including the ability to think big and deliver on vision, and also on annual revenue targets while remaining within budget</li><li>The ability to set high-level portfolio strategy and communicate that to team members and stakeholders across the business</li><li>Solid experience in academic publishing, with a demonstrable track record of successfully advancing large-scale products – ideally from partnerships, and ideally digital</li><li>A track record of successful content acquisition, via licensing and/or commissioning</li><li>Self-starter, focused on the competitive landscape, who thrives on winning business and moving new ideas and products forward</li><li>Good interpersonal and negotiation skills</li><li>Drive, determination and commercial creativity</li><li>A demonstrable ability to work well with others to advance common goals</li><li>A successful track record of working with partners / third party content providers and managing third-party relationships on an ongoing basis to ensure success </li><li>A demonstrable understanding of the value of the editorial process to product success</li><li>A track record of meeting targets and deadlines</li><li>Knowledge of emerging trends and issues in the academic marketplace, in particular in relation to digital products and library sales  </li></ul>To applyPlease apply with a CV and covering letter addressed to Human Resources (Word or PDF format only) via the Apply button detailing how you meet the requirements outlined above for this role by 22nd May 2024.Please include in your application that you found this role through Creative Access.Bloomsbury reserve the right to close the role early if we exceed the required number of applications.Bloomsbury is a place where anyone of any background, race, ethnicity, religion, sexuality, gender identity, age, ability, or socio-economic status can thrive, feel comfortable, and be heard and accepted. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community.We are willing to make any reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process, please flag to the recruitment team if required.Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK – Bloomsbury Publishing do not sponsor visa applications.

Digital portfolio director, Humanities & Social Sciences

Closing date: 10th June 2024 at 11.59pmSalary: £19,061 via a training bursaryDuration: 12 monthsWorking hours: 10am – 6pm, Monday to Friday, with occasional need to work outside those hours that will be given back in lieuLocation: Media City, Salford (at least 3 days per week onsite depending on production schedules)Start date: Late June to Early July 2024 Gain a unique understanding of the researcher role in journalistic filmmaking through this 12-month placement with BBC Studios.<a href="https://productions.bbcstudios.com/our-production-brands/the-documentary-unit" target="_blank">The Documentary Unit, BBC Studios</a> is known for its reputational series and singles and produces some of the most awarded and watched factual titles in television. This is an exciting chance to work as a trainee researcher, supporting the Rip Off Britain, Scam Interceptors and The One Show teams. You will work closely with the researchers, assistant producers and producers within the editorial team. About the programmesRip Off Britain is the consumer-affairs powerhouse of the BBC Daytime schedule, mixing incisive consumer investigations, compelling human stories and invaluable advice. It holds to account the companies getting things wrong, leaving people out of pocket. The One Show VT team in Salford produces Current Affairs and Arts films for BBC One’s ‘The One Show’ which remains the most-watched factual magazine programme on TV. The team is also behind the BAFTA-nominated BBC1 Scam Interceptors series, which uses ethical hacking to expose and intervene in live scams. Key activities<ul><li>Fact-finding, calling collaborators to find new information and check existing research notes.</li><li>Fact-checking scripts.</li><li>Reading relevant literature to help inform stories - writing up key points in an easy-to-digest form.</li><li>Story finding – using traditional news outlets and social media to look for relevant cases.</li><li>Reaching out to and interviewing contributors, particularly on the telephone.</li><li>Investigating scams and supporting the team in ‘scambaiting’ for Scam Interceptors.</li></ul> What we're looking for<ul><li>An interest in consumer stories and current affairs.</li><li>Passionate about storytelling.</li><li>Confident speaking on the phone.</li><li>Attention to detail.</li><li>Strong research and writing skills.</li><li>A good team player, hardworking and enthusiastic.</li><li>A driving license would be beneficial but not essential.</li></ul> To apply<ul><li>Log in to your Creative Access account or register today to apply for this opportunity</li><li>Upload your CV and cover letter as one document (applications without a tailored cover letter will not be accepted)</li><li>Once submitted, you can no longer amend your application, so proof-read carefully</li><li>Do not contact the company directly</li><li>Please email any queries about this role to Creative Access at this address: <a href="mailto:recruit@creativeaccess.org.uk" target="_blank">recruit@creativeaccess.org.uk</a></li></ul>This opportunity is specifically created for individuals from specific groups that are under-represented across the creative industries and at BBC Studios. Those backgrounds include, but aren’t limited to Black, Asian and ethnically diverse candidates, disabled people, those undergoing gender reassignment / transitioning and those from lower socioeconomic backgrounds.The successful candidate for this opportunity will also participate in a Creative Access support programme that sits alongside workplace training. This includes a programme of induction training, monthly masterclasses, wellbeing support, buddying / mentoring and more.

BBC Studios Bristol

BBC Roath Lock Studios

MediaCity UK

BBC Studios Glasgow

BBC Studios

100 Years of the BBC

Top Gear

Trainee researcher

Event date: Wednesday 22nd MayEvent time: 18:00-20:00 (doors from 17:30)Location: Pan Macmillan, 6 Briset Street, London EC1M 5NR For our May masterclass, we’ve joined forces with Pan Macmillan to explore what it’s like to work in publishing and how the industry is evolving. <a href="https://www.panmacmillan.com/" target="_blank">Pan Macmillan</a> publishes books and audiobooks for audiences of all ages, from literary sensations like Hanya Yanagihara’s A Little Life to contemporary non-fiction bestsellers such as This is Going to Hurt by Adam Kay.We’ve brought together a panel of staff from across the business spanning children’s books, audiobooks, audience development and more, who’ll share how they’ve progressed in the world of publishing, give insights into their respective roles, and discuss how the industry is evolving. Whether you work in publishing, love reading, or just want to find out a bit more about what goes into bringing a book to life, come along for a wide-ranging conversation and the opportunity to put your questions to the panel.  Following the discussion, you’ll be able to network with our speakers and others in the Creative Access community over refreshments. Introducing our panel:Samia Gundkalli, Editor (Macmillan Children's Books) - Samia began her career as a Creative Access intern at The Society of Authors, before moving to Penguin Random House where she worked across preschool publishing at Ladybird Books. Since joining Pan Macmillan in 2022, Samia has been creating novelty books for babies and toddlers, including titles in the Campbell Axel Scheffler range and Busy Books series. She loves being able to play a part in a child’s earliest reading experiences. Andy Joannou, Audience Development Director - Andy has been at Pan Macmillan for 7 years, joining from Hearst Magazines. Andy's role as Audience Development Director means no one day is the same, one day could be spent working on The Gruffalo and the next working on Booker Prize nominated literary fiction. He finds great joy in finding new readers through digital means, and talking to these readers through social media. Andy is the biggest fan of Britney Spears.Laura Marlow, Senior Audio Editor - Laura's role focuses on audio casting and production across all imprints. She has seven years experience in the audiobook industry, with previous roles at Penguin Random House Audio and Bonnier Books UK. In the past year she has cast and recorded with notable actors including Jessie Buckley, Bill Nighy and Stephen Fry. This event is aimed at people under-represented in the creative industries. This includes, but is not limited to Black, Asian and ethnically diverse candidates, disabled people, those undergoing gender reassignment / transitioning and individuals from lower socioeconomic backgrounds.By submitting this form, you agree to Creative Access storing and handling your data, plus contacting you with programme updates.

Creative Access

About Creative Access

Creative Access masterclass with Pan Macmillan: progressing in publishing

Closing date: 29th May 2024Salary range: £37,000 - £40,000Contract: The role is a full-time permanent position We are looking for an experienced recruitment professional to join us as we strive to elevate the recruitment function to the next level.Sitting within the People and Engagement, the recruitment team is committed to finding the right person for the right role at the right time, and strives to provide a comprehensive, warm, friendly and accessible recruitment journey for all.Reporting to the HR Manager, the Recruitment Advisor will support the UK business in managing the end-to-end recruitment process. The role will contribute towards several initiatives to enhance the recruitment offering to meet the business objectives of welcoming and recruiting applicants from all backgrounds and identities, enabling Bloomsbury and the global publishing industry to be shaped and enhanced by diverse voices that reflect our culture and society. Knowledge, skills and experience<ul><li>Demonstrated proven 360 recruitment experience</li><li>Recruitment CMS or ATS experience and knowledge</li><li>Solid stakeholder relationship management skills</li><li>Good organisational skills, prioritise workload, attention to detail and accuracy</li><li>Able to work autonomously</li><li>Knowledge of employment law and recruitment practices</li><li>Good written and verbal communication skills</li><li>Able to maintain confidentiality at all times, ensuring that personal details are, recorded and stored as appropriate, and in line with data protection.</li></ul> Additional informationThe role is based at our London office 50 Bedford Square, London, WC1B 3DP on a hybrid-working pattern of 2 days office based / 3 days home based (or fully office based if preferred). Please apply with a CV and covering letter addressed to Human Resources (Word or PDF format only) via clicking the 'Apply' button detailing how you meet the requirements outlined above for this role by 29th May 2024. Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK – Bloomsbury Publishing do not sponsor visa applications.Bloomsbury reserve the right to close the role early if we exceed the required number of applications.Bloomsbury is a place where anyone of any background, race, ethnicity, religion, sexuality, gender identity, age, ability, or socio-economic status can thrive, feel comfortable, and be heard and accepted. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community.We are willing to make any reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process, please flag to the recruitment team if required.Please state in your application that you found this role through Creative Access.

Recruitment advisor

Salary: £28k per annum, dependent on experience Contract: Permanent, full-time, subject to a probationary period of 6 months Hours: Full-time, 40 hours per week including breaks. Evening and weekend work is expected for this role with no overtime payment.Deadline: Wednesday 29th May 2024, 10am Interviews: w/c 3 and 10 June 2024 The executive assistant is a new role created to support with the growth of the OT. They will be responsible for assisting and supporting the Joint CEOs as well as managing the office administration across the building’s busy offices.The Joint CEOs (Artistic and Executive Directors) of the OT work long hours in a sector that demands evening and weekend working, especially in leading a mid-scale organisation that punches above its weight. They manage several senior staff directly, interface extensively with stakeholders, and cultivate relationships across the UK theatre sector. With a major capital project approaching, and the Artistic Director regularly in rehearsals, we are now looking for a hardworking, efficient and empathetic Executive Assistant to free up capacity, streamline processes and maintain great relationships inside and outside the OT. Additionally, this new role will take responsibility for office administration in our busy offices.We are open to hearing from people interested in long-term careers as EAs, but also from those building theatrical careers who need a full-time role in a busy theatre. ResponsibilitiesExecutive support<ul><li>Proactively plan effective use of the CEOs’ time</li><li>Deal with correspondence and manage CEOs’ email inboxes, as required, ensuring that all messages receive a response in a timely and appropriate manner.</li><li>Monitor workload and act as the ‘eyes and ears’ of the CEOs’ offices, escalating where necessary and delegating to other members of staff where appropriate.</li><li>Follow up actions on behalf of the CEOs.</li><li>Book hotel, travel and catering arrangements for the CEOs</li><li>Provide time-saving support including lunch/coffee runs, invitations, thank-you notes, flowers, gifts etc.</li></ul>Diary management<ul><li>Principal point of contact for the CEOs’ diaries, regularly reviewing the diary, avoiding clashes and ensuring meetings are prioritised where needed.</li><li>Book meeting rooms and tables and prepare rooms.</li></ul>Guest management<ul><li>Meet and greet guests for meetings with CEOs, giving them a warm welcome including refreshments etc.</li><li>Coordinate guest and house seat tickets on behalf of the CEOs, liaising with the box office team.</li><li>Provide administrative support to regular meetings chaired by the CEOs including minute-taking, coordinating papers and setting agendas.</li><li>Act as point of contact for Board meeting scheduling, distributing papers and printing where required, setting up the Board room.</li></ul>Relationships<ul><li>Foster and maintain excellent relationships with all internal and external stakeholders.</li></ul>Expenditure<ul><li>Process company credit card, expense returns, PLEO receipts and invoices relating to CEOs</li><li>Assist other with invoice processing if required.</li></ul>Events<ul><li>Support CEOs and Development Department with events (including press nights, patrons’ evenings, galas) – including preparations and on-the-ground support.</li></ul>Office administration<ul><li>Maintain the staff holiday diary after approvals from line managers.</li><li>Supporting the General Manager to manage hardware and software contracts and relationships.</li><li>Order and monitor stationery supplies.</li><li>Order and monitor office furniture and equipment, as required, taking responsibility for refreshing the office décor, as required.</li></ul>Please click the 'apply' button to download the full job description. Knowledge, skills and experienceEssential<ul><li>Strong time management skills and ability to prioritise workloads</li><li>Excellent administration and organisational skills and the proven ability to meet deadlines whilst working in a busy environment</li><li>Exceptional verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills and an ability to deal tactfully with staff at all levels, whilst maintaining strict confidentiality</li><li>A professional approach with the ability to work on your own initiative in a systematic and pragmatic manner</li><li>Understanding of the long hours including evenings and weekends worked by the CEOs </li><li>Love of or background in theatre and an understanding of its ecology </li><li>Conscientious and diligent self-starter</li><li>Works with colleagues respectfully, collaboratively and with understanding</li><li>Takes responsibility for delivering tasks, achieving high standards and learning from mistakes </li><li>A passion for theatre </li></ul>Desirable<ul><li>Prior experience with non-executive boards and knowledge of the workings of a charity.</li><li>Persuasive, with the ability to challenge effectively and negotiate when required.  </li><li>Previous experience as an EA/PA and/or supporting busy executives</li></ul> How to applyPlease send a CV with 2 references (including your current or latest employer) along with a 2-page cover letter by email marked 'Executive Assistant' to the email found via the 'apply' button. We are an equal opportunities employer, and we welcome applications from those who may be returning to work after a pause in their career or who are looking to balance a role with their wider caring or parenting responsibilities.Please state in your application that you found this role through Creative Access.

Orange Tree Theatre

Executive assistant

Closing date: 20th May 2024Salary: £40,000 per annumContract: The role is a temporary, 12-month maternity cover position. Passionate about digital product management and academic publishing?Bloomsbury Digital Resources is looking for an experienced and enthusiastic Digital Product Manager to join our Product Management team on a Maternity Cover basis, reporting to the Head of Product Innovation for Humanities and Social Sciences (HSS). Our team is part of Bloomsbury Digital Resources, which sits within the wider Bloomsbury Academic and Professional Division.As a Product Manager, you will play a key role in a dynamic, growing and friendly team, who are re-imagining Bloomsbury’s academic publishing for a digital environment. Working on our industry-leading online products in HSS, you will be central to shaping, developing, launching and managing products some of our multi-award-winning suite of digital platforms. You will be the Product Management lead for a successful and growing list of products across a broad range of subject areas, including (but not limited to) Theology and Religious Studies; Music and Sound; Food Studies, ensuring that the products meet the needs of academic users through delivering timely product launches, content updates and functional enhancements.Bloomsbury strives to be an inclusive employer and publisher, and is the 2022 winner of the London Book Fair Inclusivity in Publishing Award. This year, once again, we have been nominated for The Bookseller’s Academic, Educational &amp; Professional Publisher of the Year Award. ResponsibilitiesProduct development <ul><li>Work alongside Business Owners and Editorial leads to shape and develop new digital product ideas from initial concept through to proposal stage</li><li>Act as Product Management Lead during the Design &amp; Development Phase of new products, working alongside the Editorial Project Leads, taking responsibility for defining product requirements, scope and Minimum Viable Product</li><li>Carry out user experience research with librarians, academics, teachers and students pre and post-launch to ensure that products meet user needs</li><li>Use the Bloomsbury Publishing Platform to load content and configure HTML pages for new sites, working with Marketing and Editorial to agree on site layout and visual design</li><li>Perform User Acceptance Testing during product development, reporting and ticketing bugs to ensure that the sites meet the agreed requirements </li></ul>Product and content management<ul><li>Manage products after launch to ensure that content updates and enhancements are performed to an agreed schedule and within the agreed budget</li><li>Liaise with external software developers on day-to-day site management and bug-fixing</li><li>Manage the content requirements for new products, liaising with Content Architecture and Production teams on data planning, content conversion and content loading</li><li>Liaise with partner organizations over content supply and data requirements</li><li>Monitor sites for bugs and improvements, respond to customer and sales requests for product enhancements, and prioritise requirements based on business priority</li><li>Provide regular website usage analytics reports and advise on opportunities for improving content &amp; features based on analytics</li></ul>Product representation<ul><li>Act as ‘product champion’, using product expertise to respond to queries from sales, marketing and customers, troubleshooting and escalating issues as required, and contributing to strategic development of those products</li><li>Provide training and guidance to Editorial and other teams on technical requirements</li><li>Liaise with sales, marketing and customer services to communicate the addition of new content and product enhancements </li><li>Channel feedback from the market by meeting end-users through user testing sessions, focus groups, conferences or sales visits</li></ul>Strategic planning &amp; team development <ul><li>Line management of the Assistant Product Manager for HSS</li><li>Resource management and planning for the HSS product pipeline</li><li>Ensure consistency and best practice across the team in areas such as user engagement, analytics and usage reporting</li><li>Identify and implement improvements to the team’s processes and workflows</li></ul> Knowledge, skills and experience <ul><li>Demonstrated experience of digital product management, with a demonstrable record of delivering successful digital products</li><li>Understanding of the needs of the academic library market and library systems </li><li>Understanding of project management &amp; development processes</li><li>Experience of gathering &amp; interpreting web usage analytics</li><li>Experience of conducting quantitative and qualitative market research</li><li>Excellent implementation and time-management skills</li><li>An excellent eye for detail and a logical, problem-solving approach </li><li>Experience in editing XML and working with Content Management Systems </li><li>A firm grasp of web usability issues</li><li>A proactive, “can-do” attitude </li><li>Passion and interest in developing a career in digital product management</li><li>Excellent communication skills (written and verbal)</li></ul> Additional informationThe role is based at our London office 50 Bedford Square, London, WC1B 3DP on a hybrid-working pattern of 2 days office based / 3 days home based (or fully office based if preferred). Allocated office days for this role are: Wednesday and ThursdayPlease apply with a CV and covering letter addressed to Human Resources (Word or PDF format only) by clicking the 'Apply' button detailing how you meet the requirements outlined above for this role by end of 20th May 2024. Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK – Bloomsbury Publishing do not sponsor visa applications.Bloomsbury reserve the right to close the role early if we exceed the required number of applications.Bloomsbury is a place where anyone of any background, race, ethnicity, religion, sexuality, gender identity, age, ability, or socio-economic status can thrive, feel comfortable, and be heard and accepted. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community.We are willing to make any reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process, please flag to the recruitment team if required.Please state in your application that you found this role through Creative Access.

Product manager, Humanities and Social Sciences BDR (maternity cover)

Closing date: 14th May 2024 at 11.55pmSalary: £27,600Location: Hybrid working model in the London Bridge officeJob type: Permanent This is an exciting opportunity to join the busy, fast-paced HarperCollins Children’s sales team, providing support to UK Key Accounts, Group Sales functions and the wider UK trade sales teams.The role will require an extremely high level of organisation and detail, as well as an ability to rapidly acquire a high level of competency on company systems and confident use of Microsoft Office applications.  Most of all we’re looking for personable, bright individual who can learn quickly and use their own initiative.The role offers solid experience, including shadowing the account handlers for major UK retailers, as well as the potential for the right candidate to look after some accounts directly.  Working across the HarperCollins Children’s Books list, it’s a real opportunity for gaining an unmatched insight into the commercial UK and International book markets. As well as being heavily customer-facing, the role will work across authors and brands from across the most exciting, bestselling authors and brands in the market, including David Walliams, Oliver Jeffers, Judith Kerr, David Baddiel and Paddington Bear. Key responsibilities<ul><li>Administrative support to the HarperCollins Children’s Books UK Sales Team</li><li>Distribute advance samples/ proofs to retailers</li><li>Create internal and external PowerPoint presentations and Excel reports  </li><li>Answer internal and customer queries quickly and effectively</li><li>Organise and assist with author signings</li><li>Management and distribution of POS and key sales material – working closely with Marketing, PR, field sales and the key account team to deliver this efficiently and in a timely manner</li><li>Ad-hoc administrative tasks – e.g formatting presentations, creating graphs and charts through Excel</li><li>Liaise with the Field Sales team, Divisional Sales teams, Marketing, PR, Distribution, Editorial and Commercial Finance</li><li>Process customer and event orders in a clear and timely manner, liaising with Glasgow distribution, credit control and customer services to ensure the effective distribution of orders so that invoices are raised and books dispatched in the business’s best interests</li><li>Raise any required marketing POs</li><li>Generate order forms</li><li>Internal champion across brands and accounts to key stakeholders</li><li>TCM competition tracker maintenance and weekly TCM reports</li><li>Management of select accounts (dependent on candidate)</li></ul> Knowledge, skills and experience<ul><li>Administrative experience</li><li>Experience of Word, Excel and PowerPoint</li><li>Sales and customer service experience desirable</li><li>Previous experience in a publishing role at assistant level, or bookseller experience is desirable but not essential</li><li>Organised, efficient and pro-active</li><li>Ability to communicate at all levels, both written and verbally</li><li>Professional, reliable, able to work quickly under pressure and use own initiative</li><li>Effective team player</li><li>Confidence and aptitude to work across databases and systems</li><li>Excellent attention to detail</li><li>Keen interest in books, and Children’s books in particular</li><li>Outstanding communicator</li><li>Collaborative and proactive</li><li>Keen to progress with an interest in sales</li></ul> Benefits <ul><li>Hybrid working model (3 days in the office)</li><li>28 days holiday plus bank holidays (option to buy and sell holiday days) </li><li>Enhanced pay for maternity, paternity, adoption and shared parental leave </li><li>Private healthcare cover and life assurance </li><li>Summer Hours  </li><li>Free access to HeadSpace, employee assistance programme (24 hour helpline), mental health first aiders, and a wellbeing portal </li><li>Season ticket loans (from day 1 for entry level) and cycle to work scheme </li><li>Relocation Rent Support Loan  </li><li>Employee networks: HC All In (open forum), Elevate (for ethnic minority colleagues), HarperParents, Menopause at Work, Pride at HC, Social Mobility Network and Neurodiversity at Work</li><li>Unlimited training on our Learning and Development portal, management courses (up to MA level) and mentoring programmes </li><li>Virtual GP and eyecare vouchers </li><li>Gym membership discount </li><li>Onsite physiotherapy (London only) </li><li>Charitable donation matching and 2 volunteering days </li><li>We're a certified Carbon Neutral company</li><li>Green Electric/Hybrid Car Benefit Scheme (salary sacrifice)</li><li>With Trees for Life we plant a tree in the Highlands of Scotland for every permanent hire</li><li>Free e-books and audiobooks, digital newspaper subscriptions and discounts on books </li><li>Subsidised canteen and retail discounts </li><li>Onsite prayer room </li></ul> If you wish to discuss anything regarding this position and/or your application to this role, please reach out directly to <a href="mailto:recruitment@harpercollins.co.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@harpercollins.co.uk</a> with subject heading ‘Vacancy Query’ plus the job title and we will aim to get back to you within 5 working days.Please note, if you are interested in the role you would need to submit your application via Applied. We do not accept email applications.Please state in your application that you found this role through Creative Access.The Book Trade Charity offers financial support to people looking to enter the book trade but who may struggle to afford the costs of attending interviews and undertaking internships or entry level positions. For more information visit  <a href="mailto:recruitment@harpercollins.co.uk" target="_blank">https://www.btbs.org/</a>

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